18th October 2019 12:05:51 Hours
Major General Rasika Fernando assumed duties as the 18th Commander of the Security Forces - East amidst traditional military formalities held at the Security Force Headquarters - East (SFHQ-E) premises in Welikanda on Wednesday (16).
On his arrival at the premises, the incoming Commander was warmly welcomed by Brigadier Samantha Silva, Brigadier General Staff, SFHQ-E, along with Brigadier Michael Wanniarachchi, Brigadier Administration & Quartering at the SFHQ-E. Afterwards, he was accorded a Guard Turnout at the entrance.
The newly-appointed Commander symbolically accepted his new appointment, placing his signature in an official document amidst chanting of ‘Seth Pirith’ by members of the Maha Sangha. Thereafter, the Commander SF-East reviewed the Guard of Honour, accorded in his honour by the troops of 10 Gajaba Regiment (GR). Later on, the Commander planted a white sandalwood sapling inside the shrine premises of the Headquarters to signify his inauguration of the Office.
Setting out his scope of work and duties, the new SF-East Commander rose to his feet to address the troops where he urged them to be determined to perform the assigned duties with dedication and constant training. He also underlined the need to improve their professionalism through as soldiers of this proud organization. Further, he insisted the need of preserving the image of the Army through maintenance of highest standards of discipline at all levels to ensure the SFHQ-E functions most effectively.
Subsequently, the Commander shared a couple of views with a cross section of troops, representative of all formations during refreshments. Senior Officers including General Officers Commanding, Brigade Commanders, Commanding Officers and the staff of SFHQ-E who were there to greet him. latest jordan Sneakers | [169220C] Stone Island Shadow Project (The North Face Black Box) – Hamilton Brown, Egret
